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Left armpit sore wen i press. slight swelling.feels soft.7mnths now saw breast surgeon.did blood u/s & mammogram. all clr.could it b fat or muscular?

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Dr. Larry Grissom answered

Likely fat deposit: If surgeons assessment, ultrasound, mammogram, and blood work were normal, fat deposit or muscle strain are likely explanation of tenderness to palpation (pressing on axilla).

Answered 10/26/2018

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

If there's no: Palpable lump or nodule, more likely it's fatty tissue or muscle. Take care!

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

Left armpit sore wen i press. slight swelling.feels soft.7mnths now saw breast surgeon.did blood u/s & mammogram. all clr.could it b fat or muscular?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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